Name: Basil Aïoli
Yield: Makes 1 cup
Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Also a good sauce for grilled or sautéed fish. The basil could easily — and deliciously — be replaced by cilantro, parsley or chives.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup finely chopped fresh basil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Preparation

Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)

TagsSauce Basil Herbs & Spices Garlic Root Vegetable Vegetable Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegetarian Easy 5 Ingredients or Fewer No-Cook Bon Appétit

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